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Charming beachside cottage in quaint Onset

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Living area
Exterior
Beach
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Buzzards Bay, MA
  • Onset Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Shell Point Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Water Wizz
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Falmouth, MA (FMH-Otis Air National Guard Base)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Charming beachside cottage in quaint Onset

Little Edie will provide you with a restorative and memorable vacation spot. This classic craftsman cottage will surround you with natural wood, lots of natural light/breezes, and timeless coastal charm. This home is situated in a quiet historic neighborhood steps from the neighborhood beaches, a working marina, boat launch, and a short walk to a quaint downtown with good restaurants, public parks, town activities like live music, town dock with fishing/canal cruise options.

Located minutes from Cape Cod, ferries to the islands, historical sites, and scenic drives, this house is just 1 hour from Boston. Wareham/Buzzard’s Bay is served by regional bus (year-round) and train service (summer season only). Bike/Boat rental companies are plentiful in the area for any equipment you may need for your stay.

This tidy and compact house provides everything for a comfortable stay, and enough room for a great family vacation. The house supports all season use, with great heating, ceiling fans, and great through breezes. There is high-speed wifi, on-site gas grill and washer/dryer available for use. Coffee lovers will be pleased with a variety of brewing instruments (Moka, Keurig, Drip, Fench Press...grinder and milk frothing wand). Outdoor shower, firepit, table and chairs, as well as a storage garage if needed.

Please note: at this time there is not air conditioning in the house, and the fireplace is inaccessible to guests. This is a classic summer cottage -- the walls are thin, in their vintage original construction, and the stairway and bathrooms are compact. The house works great for family and close friends. Please note that the toilet on the first floor is tucked under the stair (with sink and full door!), and feels like you are in the hull of a ship. The house works great for family and close friends. Please let me know if you want to bring your own linens, otherwise the house will be made up for your stay.

*As this is a quiet neighborhood, there can be no parties, or loud music, and guests are limited to the parking spaces in the driveway.*

LOCATION: The village of Onset, and regional attraction Onset beach, is a delightful town at the top of Buzzard’s Bay, on Onset Bay. The town is full of restaurants/bars and small boutique hotels, and full of historic charm, only a 15 minute walk from the house. Onset is within the Town of Wareham which boasts oyster farms, cranberry bogs, and other major attractions such as golf courses, shopping (antiques to Target), and heritage sites.

The house is in a quiet residential neighborhood, adjacent to a working marina (no loud noises or noxious smells), and has two neighborhood beaches within 3-5 minute walks. Onset beach can be walked to within 15 minutes. Other regional beaches, state parks with delightful forest and bay trails, and waterfront attractions abound. A 25 minute drive to ferries to the Islands–either Woods Hole or New Bedford, as well as historical sights from New Bedford’s whaling port to Plymouth’s first settlement, and Sandwich. Cranberry bogs, fresh oyster farms, and seafood abound.

Easily accessible from Boston via I-495 /Route 25 and Route 28, and Route 6 and I-195 from New Bedford and points southwest.

Property manager

Anne Haynes

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please put out the trash on Sunday nights, for Monday pickup. Return containers at end of day to original position.
Only 3-4 cars fit in the driveway, and there is no parking on the street for renter or guests.
To protect interior surfaces in the house, if there is a threat of driving rain, and you leave the house, please close the storm windows.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number C0361280360

About the area

Buzzards Bay

Located in Buzzards Bay, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Cape Cod Beaches and Scusset Beach State Reservation reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Water Wizz and Lyman Reserve. Pairpoint Glass Works and The Adventure Park at Heritage Museums & Gardens are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Buzzards Bay, MA

What's nearby

  • Onset Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Shell Point Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Water Wizz - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Massachusetts Maritime Academy - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Swifts Beach - 18 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Bourne Buzzards Bay Station - 4 min drive
  • Plymouth, MA (PYM-Plymouth Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Onset Beach Patio and Grille - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Papa Gino's/D'Angelo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's Place - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming beachside cottage in quaint Onset pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming beachside cottage in quaint Onset?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming beachside cottage in quaint Onset?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming beachside cottage in quaint Onset located?

Located in the heart of Buzzards Bay, this golf holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Onset Beach, Shell Point Beach and Porter Thermometer Museum. National Marine Life Center and Water Wizz are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cottage

We enjoyed our 3 days in Oncet. The house was charming and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Place

Quaint house, had everything you could need. Very quiet neighborhood. Great location to many things.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Buzzards Bay vacation

My whole family had a great time coming back to a vacation spot we used to when we were younger. Thank you so much for allowing us into your home! It was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

carla b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great older home

Great little house fully stocked and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian O., Concord, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute place!

Very cute property, good location and easy communication with the host. I recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

The screened in porch was an amazing place to have our morning coffee and end our day. Easy drives to many great beaches. Anne was very communicative and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at a comfortable home with personality

Spacious and clean older craftsman home with many things refurbished and updated. Plenty of room for the 4 of us to spread out and having two toilets was lovely!! The main shower was wonderful, lots of hot water, and great pressure. Kitchen and washer/dryer are all updated with new appliances. convenient short walk to downtown Onset with cute restaurants and friendly people. We ubered to other towns on the Cape as well. The host was super helpful and responded quickly. Overall wonderful stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So restful and charming!

Anne is such a lovely, responsive host and makes it very easy to know how her house works and what's available in the surrounding area. We loved the little beach right around the corner; perfect for little ones. The other beaches are also very close by and the house makes for a great hang out too. We want to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot!

This house has everything- charm, access to beaches, friendly neighbors and amenities. I stayed with my husband and three kids. The kids were drawn to the bedrooms. They were both spacious and quaint. The accessories of the house were amazing: fans, towels, outdoor shower, wagon, chairs, even condiments in the refrigerator. I could go on and on. I would rebook and look forward to it. Anne was a great host and I feel thankful she let us stay at this beautiful getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super Cute & Great Space All To Yourselves

Our stay at Little Edie was good. It served as a home base for our week long day trips to the Cape Cod / Boston / Buzzard's Bay coastline vacation. Our host communicated well and check in and out were smooth. She also provided a lot of great places to eat and things to do as well. Only issues we had but that we knew we were signing up for was that we went in mid-July and there's no Air Conditioning and that was an issue despite the coastal breezes that came through. In addition, the checkout requested guests sweep the floors and we believe this wasn't the case to whoever stayed before us as they were pretty dirty. That's difficult considering we paid for a cleaning fee on top of our nightly rate and taxes. But as I mentioned, the house is super cute and leaves a great impression once you go in as a craftsman house.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very charming and comfortable home!

The home was very charming and comfortable. The owner Anne was very responsive before our visit and during. She stocked the home with any supplies that you would need. The kitchen had coffee, spices, oils, some staples, a large variety of pans, dishes, utensils, coffee and tea pots, etc. Everything was labeled and easy to find. The refridgerator is latge. The rooms were very neat and clean. The beds were comfortable. We loved the screened in porch and spent most of our time there. There was a nice breeze, comfortable chairs, a futon and a roomy dining table. The neighborhood was very nice, across from the Marina and a very short walk to the beach. We walked to downtown several times for restaurants, little shops, the beach and the Cape Cod Canal boat tour. We loved our stay and would highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David J., Stockholm, Sweden

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely house with old cottage charm

The owner was very helpful and responded nicely to all my questions - even ones that I already had information (trash collection) about. Appreciated. Loved the bedrooms and a very comfortable living room. Note that the stairs to the second floor are quite steep and the toilets can be a bit tight for a large person. None of us are large though and we definately appreciated that there was a toilet on each floor. Also grateful for the washer & dryer. The front closed-in patio was great and we ate breakfast there every morning. Screens on the windows for good cross ventilation. Walking distance to mostly everything in town if you like walking. Onset is a very quaint town and the house is in a nice, quiet residential area. Some days were hot but there were definately enough fans to keep us comfortable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home NO A/C

The house was nice and suited our groups’ needs well. There were lots of amenities, including a washer/dryer. It is important to note that there is no AC in this house. This is mentioned in the listing but then justified by saying that there are cool ocean breezes. When we visited, the house was reading 89 degrees, hot, stuffy, and humid in the house. No breezes, no air flow, and unbearable to sleep in. We understand that weather is not predictable and cannot be controlled. However, this is 2024 and climate change is real. Extreme weather is occurring everywhere. This house did not cool down with windows open, We discussed this with the owner and tried to get her understanding and some support. We even thought about moving to a nearby motel but instead decided to buy 3 AC units for the bedrooms to make it through the week but took them with us when we left since they were so expensive. The house is really nice in a great location but we would not consider renting here again in warmer months.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara S., Tiburon, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Breezy coastal relaxation!

Little Edie was the most perfect and relaxing base to access points north to Boston, South Shore Massachusetts, the islands, the Cape, and southern New England. It's warm and unique wood interior makes for a charming and cozy stay. My husband and I were joined by two other couples (all family) who stayed with us and we were quite comfortable at Little Edie's -- which was the perfect location to be and off the beaten track of the heavily touristed and busy Cape Cod region. We spent our time exploring Onset Village and the local beaches that were all minutes away walking (Nanumett and Point Independence) or by car. The provided beach towels, chairs (2), and wagon made transporting everything great. We cooked in some nights using the outdoor grill and visited local places like Ella's and Scarlet Rose Bistro for nice dinners out. The breeze was amazing and was what made our stay at Little Edie super relaxing. We basically lived on the front porch. Even in July, with ample fans and the windows open, not having air conditioning was not an issue. While the bathrooms are on the small side, the outdoor shower was an added bonus. The working marina across the street just adds to the character of the neighborhood and feel of being right on the water. The neighborhood is super walkable and we enjoyed morning and evening walks to the neighborhood beach (Nanumett) for sunset. We highly recommend Little Edie for a unique and relaxing Cape experience!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Near the water

The house was very clean, and we loved the location.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a great stay at Little Edie!

Little Edie is the name given to this quaint seaside cottage. Located in a beach community just a short walk from the village of Onset and the beaches. The cottage is very well appointed and was super clean upon arrival. The cottage appears to be newly renovated and is tastefully decorated. We really felt as if we were staying at the beach for the weekend. The neighborhood is quiet and inviting. The village has a number of decent bars/restaurants to visit. Onset is easy to get to and minutes from the Bourne Bridge to get onto Cape Cod. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

house great, bathrooms small, location you decide

1. House is beautiful - wood floors, wood throughout, spacious front porch, kitchen nicely appointed 2. No a/c, but because weather was wonderful we opened the windows (with screens), and let the cool air flow through the house. Slept great! 3. Bathrooms are small. A large person would have difficulty utilizing the toilet. Shower nozzle is about 5.5 feet high. 4. Stairs to the upstairs are narrow and steep. We didn't have any trouble negotiating them, but its something to consider. 5. The house is a block from a street that dead-ends into the bay. But, because its adjacent to a marina, its not picturesque (i.e., boats everywhere). 6. The house is in a neighborhood that includes the marina. A large marina storage lot can be seen from the house. BUT, its not really a visual issue, and the sound that comes from the marina is minimal. 7. The owner and property manager were very nice and helpful. They provided a beach bag, complete with towels and a blanket, and beach chairs. Its a small amenity, but nice, nonetheless. 8. Overall, the stay was great. Try Cup2Cafe for coffee. Go bike riding on the Cape Code Canal. Have fun!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marjolaine D., Laval

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique maison

Cette maison est un vrai bijou! Maison avec une propreté impeccable, des chambres spacieuses beaucoup de rangement. Une verrière tellement agréable. Nous avons adoré la douche à l'extérieur, le calme dans le quartier. La cuisine est très bien équipée. Nous y retournerons assurément. Le seul point plus négatif c'est que dans le prix de la location les draps ne sont pas inclus, il faut compter 50$ pour la location des draps et il faut les enlever avant de quitter j'ai trouvé ça un peu cher. La propriétaire est très efficace dans ses communications. Le voisinage est aussi très gentil c'est un quartier sécuritaire très agréable en face d'une Marina. A 1h20 de Provincetown et 1h00 environ de la plage de Marconi. Il y a plusieurs autres plages à proximité dont onset beach très belle. N'hésitez pas à louer cette maison! Je le recommande vivement
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Anne Haynes

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English